Job Description

Design & Technology (DT) Teacher Southampton
Starting January 2025 Long-Term Contract Until Easter 2025 (with potential extension until July 2025)
OFSTED Rated Good Secondary School
Pay: £160 - £230 per day (Dependent on Experience)

Supply Desk is looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Design & Technology (DT) Teacher to join a well-established secondary school in Southampton, starting in January 2025. This long-term contract will run until at least Easter 2025, with the potential to extend until July 2025. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated educator to contribute to a thriving school community, with the possibility of securing a permanent role for the right candidate.

The ideal candidate will have experience teaching DT at Key Stage 3 and 4 and will be confident in delivering a broad range of design and technology subjects, from resistant materials to product design, electronics, and graphics. As a full-time DT teacher, you will be responsible for planning, delivering, and assessing high-quality lessons, creating a stimulating and inclusive learning environment, and fostering students' creative development.

This well-established, mixed secondary school in Southampton has a reputation for academic success and a strong focus on student well-being. With excellent transport links from surrounding areas like Winchester, Andover, Fareham, and Portsmouth, it is conveniently located. The school is committed to providing an outstanding education, and its Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team work closely to support both staff and students in their ongoing development.

• Plan, deliver, and assess engaging Design & Technology lessons across Key Stage 3 and 4.
• Provide a challenging and inclusive curriculum that sparks creativity and innovation.
• Maintain effective classroom management to ensure a positive, focused learning atmosphere.
• Differentiate lessons to meet the needs of students at different levels of ability.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of the DT curriculum.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the department to improve teaching and learning outcomes.
• Support students academic and personal development, fostering a passion for DT and creativity.

• Have recent experience teaching Design & Technology in UK secondary schools.
• Be passionate about inspiring students and cultivating their interest in design and innovation.
• Demonstrate excellent classroom management and a creative, inclusive teaching style.
• Be adaptable and confident in working in a variety of classroom environments.
• Have strong communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team.
• Show a commitment to raising student attainment and supporting their individual progress.

• Competitive daily rate (£160 - £230 per day), dependent on experience.
• Long-term contract from January 2025 to Easter 2025, with the potential to extend until July 2025.
• Full-time role with opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive and collaborative school environment with a strong focus on staff well-being.
• Opportunity to work in an OFSTED-rated Good school with excellent professional development opportunities.
• Convenient location close to Southampton with easy access to surrounding areas.

For more information or to apply, please contact Daniel or visit our website Supply Desk Southampton for a full list of current vacancies.

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